Unit - Mold Setter

Nifco - La Vergne, 130 Wheeler St, La Vergne, Tennessee, United States of America

Posted Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Join our growing Team at NIFCO, where our company’s most valuable asset is our employees! NIFCO America is a leading global supplier of functional plastic parts for the automotive industry. NIFCO offers competitive pay, top notch health benefits with low premiums/deductibles, eleven paid holidays, referral bonus, 401K program plus much more... We have a lot of opportunity for growth at NIFCO!

Job Summary: Responsible for pulling and setting molds onto the injection molding machine and starting up for successful mass production.

• Safety
  • Adheres to all safety guidelines and expectations (wear required PPE, follow safety protocols, and report any safety incidents, accidents, and near‑mises in a timely manner)
  • Familiar with and can locate Safety Data Sheet
  • Understands OSHA’s “Right to Know” Policy
• 5S
  • Follow 5S procedure and guidance
  • Keep work area clean at all times
• Product Quality
  • Good understanding of the NIFCO Quality Policy
  • Identification and handling of non‑conforming products
  • Skill to read, understand, and verify part quality to the "Part Quality Standard" prior to reaching out to Quality Department for mass production start approval
  • Visual inspection checks for part nonconformity (color, flash, spots, shorts, damage, etc.)
  • Inform Molding Supervisor and/or Process Technicians when nonconformity is found
• Production Preparation and Start‑up
  • Perform mold and material changes and fill out necessary documentation
  • Perform start‑up of press
  • Produce a 1st Piece Production part sample for Quality Approval
  • Ensure Level 1 Preventive Maintenance on tooling and machine are completed per documented work instructions
  • Ensure equipment process and product quality meets documented internal standards
  • Assist Machine Operator and Material Handler as needed with day‑to‑day issues
• Other Duties
  • Ensure the IATF
    16949 (latest revision) standard related to Manufacturing are followed
  • Other assigned tasks by Molding Supervisor or Production Manager as needed

• High school Diploma or GED

• Must complete all safety and environmental trainings required (e.g.: Lock‑out‑Tag‑out, HAZCOM, Blood Borne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment)
• Must be certified to operate cranes
• Preferred with minimum 1 year experience in mold setting
• Knowledge and skill to conduct mold change and machine start‑up
• Basic skills to set‑up part picker
• Able to perform Level 1 Mold Preventative Maintenance
• Technical knowledge of injection molding processes with machines, tooling, materials, molding techniquesli>
  
  Must be able to read and understand verbal instructions in English
• Must be able to do simple math calculations
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs multiple times during shift
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
• Must be able to communicate with supervision, management, and co‑workers
Behave in a positive manner that enhances the success of department and company
• Excellent prioritizing skills
• Must pass pre‑employment screening

NIFCO has a long‑standing policy of non‑discrimination in employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate.